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Future Opportunity Notice for Project HERA

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) is planning a procurement process titled "Future Opportunity Notice for Project HERA," which is focused on the delivery of technical support and airfield enabling services across approximately 17-19 MOD establishments in the South East of England. The procurement is currently at the planning stage, with a series of industry engagement webinars scheduled to update potential suppliers on the progress of Project HERA. The first of these webinars is set for Tuesday, 17 September 2024. The procurement value is estimated at £700 million, and the contract period is from 1 January 2026 to 1 January 2036. The industry classification for this opportunity is under the CPV code 71356000 for technical services.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in technical and airfield support services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, given the project's suitability criteria. Engaging in this tender process can offer substantial business growth by securing a long-term contract with a prominent government department. The MOD's requirement for comprehensive technical support makes it ideal for companies with relevant expertise and resources. Interested suppliers should register for the upcoming webinars to stay informed on the procurement schedule and requirements.

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Notice Title

Future Opportunity Notice for Project HERA

Notice Description

** FURTHER INDUSTRY EVENT INVITE - PLEASE READ ADDITION AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS DESCRIPTION** The Authority has a proposed requirement (Project HERA) for the delivery of technical support and airfield enabling services across c.17 UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) establishments. Following on from previous market engagement webinars, the Authority is conducting an Industry Webinar on Wednesday 19th March, 1400-1500, to update on Project HERA progress. To attend the Industry Webinar please register using the link below. We recommend that you register for the webinar as soon as possible to ensure you receive all updates. Registration link: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/1565b9c1-7b46-4463-a13f-3b3a926f6c9e@be7760ed-5953-484b-ae95-d0a16dfa09e5

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1f236ca5-014a-4a50-a72d-e9b161f8c20d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89438659-a305-4504-afe7-bd15a05d1da3
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71356000 - Technical services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£700,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Oct 2024Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 1 Jan 2036 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Dwight Whiting
Contact Email
dwight.whiting310@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HIGH WYCOMBE
Postcode
HP14 4UE
Post Town
Hemel Hempstead
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ13 Buckinghamshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Buckinghamshire
Electoral Ward
Ridgeway West
Westminster Constituency
Mid Buckinghamshire

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